Because there is insufficient energy to the starter and/or ignition system.
Possible reasons:
* That typically occurs when the battery is not fully charged or incapable of holding a full charge. * A faulty battery can cause the problem; if one or more of the battery cells are incapable of holding a charge, you could experience what you describe. * A weak or faulty alternator could result in a partially charged battery. * Poor battery connections or starter connection could result in insufficient electrical energy reaching the starter motor. * It's also possible that a faulty starter motor is drawing too much current.
bad battery or loose battery cable
If your 1996 Dodge Stratus wonÕt start you can try to jump start the car. There is no reset button like a computer. You can recharge your car battery with a jump start.
you can but it wont stay running if the battery is dead
car wont start cant jump start AT Check light comes on
Jump it, it will either start or it wont
Jump start car and ensure alternator and battery are good.
That could be the alternator or the battery. Try jump starting your car with another car's battery. If it still does not start, it is probably the alternator. If it starts, your battery is dead.
If it is automatic - no option but to jump start If it is manual - get someone to help you push the car, engage gear 2 and it should start.
Blown fuse.
Defective alternator.
You jump start the car from the jump start posts under the hood. You can then open the trunk with the button on the dash.You jump start the car from the jump start posts under the hood. You can then open the trunk with the button on the dash.
bad battery